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CHICAGO vs. MOUNTAIN VIEW
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Mountain View, California
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Mountain View, California is
159.6%
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$571,099
in Mountain View, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mountain View, California is
more expensive
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
524% more expensive in Mountain View
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Mountain View, CA
Compared to Chicago, Mountain View is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
159.6% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Renter
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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Food
23.7% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
678.9% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.5% lower
Commute
0.1% higher
Health
22.4% higher
Taxes
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Personal
3.2% lower
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